The group decides to go right with Shorty in the lead.  You almost walk into a wall in front of you.  Depth perception is difficult.  The passage makes another immediate right and the passage is now 10' wide.  There looks to be some distance to the next wall and you go about 20'.  You feel along the wall and find another passage going left, you can determine that it is a turn to the left.  So you walk toward the left, almost immediately the wall to your left disappears .. another passage.  You also can tell you can continue forward.

At this point you can go straight or left.

You have made 2 rights and a left and gone approx 30-40'


Actions?

--DM2

Before going very far into the maze, Aztar pulls out several objects and moves to the wall.  First he tries to make a mark on the wall, then he  poured a bit of acid to see what happened and then he pulled out some small objects and dropped one on the floor and lastly, he pulled out a roll of twine.  'One way or another, I think we should mark our path and pick a standard path like always going right,left or straight until something forces a direction change.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 2):

Shorty sniffs the back trail to see if he is leaving a scent.   He then pulls a people from his pocket and drops it on the path behind them.  Shorty then looks to the left.  "Sword say this hand den dis hand den first hand gin."  Shorty also looks down at his boots and says, "Makes  big track like hairy elephant."

In reply to Aztar (msg # 2):

Any marking on the wall or floor begin to fade and disappear.  The acid just pools in a spot as if it were water.  The objects put on the floor just sit there as does the twine.

--DM2

In reply to Shorty (msg # 3):

Shorty must be thinking that everything is betraying him, he does not smell any scent being left.  The boots leave no track at all; but again there is no evidence that anyone moved to this point, beside the items being dropped.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 5):

Morteft says, "Let's move on a bit and then come back to see if the acid is there. If it is, then we can use Shorty's water jug to leave a trail of water behind us. It would be better than nothing."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 6):

Which way? There are 3 ways to go, left, straight or left for 10' and then right.

Actions?

--DM2

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'I don't mind whatever pattern we pick, but lets stick with a particular strategy until something proves we need to change it.   In the absence of any additional knowledge, may I suggest simply follow the right wall?'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 8):

Shorty moves out along the indicated wall

In reply to Shorty (msg # 9):

Trysk wonders telepathically, "I wonder if there is a golem that acts as a guide in here?

In reply to Shorty (msg # 9):

Morteft follows along. "Shorty, can I borrow your water jug?"

In reply to Trysk (msg # 10):

Trysk says quietly, but aloud, "Sanctum, please display the layout of this building."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 11):

Shorty hands over his squirt bottle

In reply to Shorty (msg # 13):

Morteft will use the bottle from Shorty to dump a trail of water every ten feet or so. After they have gone about 50 feet and through a few turns, he will backtrack to see if it remains or not.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 14):

The group continues in the direction they were going.  It goes straight for about 40' and then makes a turn to the left.  Morteft was dropping water as you go.  You go another 10' and the path turns left again, another 10' and then turn right.  At this point Morteft backtracks.  He notices the water most of the way, but before he gets back to the intersection the water is gone.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 15):

Morteft returns to the group and says, "That isn't going to work. I feared as much." He hands the jug back to Shorty. "Thanks anyway, big fella."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 16):

Shorty nods and then looks ahead.  "Gonna gets lost betcha."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 16):

The other thing you notice was that the twine Aztar dropped still appears to be there.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 18):

Morteft will add. "The twine is there, but unless you have an infinite amount, we may need to make a very good map."

'I'm making several notes and should be able to keep our direction and distance fairly accurate unless the walls literally shift on us.   If my stones are remaining, I'm marking them with symbols that will tell me enough to figure out the order I dropped them in.  And, with chest, I did bring a substantial amount of twine.'

'This place will have to try very hard to disorient me before I feel lost.  I might not be able to get us where we need to go, but I have every intention of being able to back us out of here if the need arises.  I rarely enter a situation without at least two backup plans.  So, hopefully between my notes, stones and twine, something will remain constant to guide me out.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 20):


OOC: The 'stones' would be there as well; but the post only said small objects so I used the twine as it was named.

As Morteft was turning around a corner he thought he saw something out of the corner of his eye back down the hall.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 21):

Shorty displaces a surprising collection of small stones and other junk.  He also pulls out a throwing stone.  "Ken make more."

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 21):

Without turning around, Trysk uses Clairvoyance to look down the hall.

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In reply to Trysk (msg # 23):

As you discuss the next move you notice a 'humaniod' come around the corner.  He is about 6' tall, looks like a fighter and has a faint glow.  To all except Trysk, and maybe Shorty, he looks a bit familiar.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 25):

Trysk should be invisible.  If not, he turns invisible and takes a defensive posture.  He attempts to read the fighter's mind using ESP.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 26):

Morteft will move toward the humanoid and say, "Well met, Stranger. I am Morteft Atac. Who might you be?"

In reply to Morteft (msg # 27):

Shorty steps in front of morteft.  "Not let's him touches till no him safe."

In reply to Shorty (msg # 28):

"He looks a bit familiar."  Warwick turns to look behind the party to make sure they aren't being distracted from a real threat.

In reply to Shorty (msg # 28):

Morteft stops and nods. "Very well, I will wait, Shorty." He waits.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 30):

Shorty steps forward into a defensive position.  "Who be you?  And how's get here.  No squiggly in book fer youse."

Aztar raises an eyebrow and slightly nods in respect at Shorty's question.  It showed remarkable insight to think about the book and tose that had signed in.  He stared at the man, also having the feeling he looked familiar and tried to recall if he ever caught the man's name.

He waited for Shorty's question to be answered.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 32):

Ooc:  first time Shorty ever signed his name.  Frightening and very memorable.  No sign, no get in

In reply to Shorty (msg # 33):

A reunion .. of sorts

The newcomer looks at you all, there seems to be some recollection in his face.  "I know you." he says deliberately.  His voice almost sounds like he is singing when he talks.

"I think I am supposed to show you this."  he pulls out a large gold coin from his pouch.  You recognize it immediately, it is one of Dualis' coins.

"I am Heineken, servant of Thor."

OOC: I took the liberty of introducing Malcolms character.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 34):

Shorty shakes his head.  "Metal ting not count.  How's get here front a us?"
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In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 34):

Morteft says, "Hi there...again. Welcome back? Not sure. Anyway, all help is good help."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 36):

OOC: That may have been the shortest character in history.

The image of the ghaele fades before you.  It was obviously an advanced illusion, images pulled from your minds.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 37):

OOC - That's weird...where's my text?

BIC - Trysk comments telepathically, "That's weird...Who was that?"
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Since we know it was a player that had to bail, probably easier not to dwell on this....

Aztar shrugs,*I'm not sure.  Just best to keep our guard up and continue on.*

In reply to Aztar (msg # 39):

The one thing that some of you noticed was that none of the Dualis coins you had made  any kind of signal, as Dualis mentioned it would, once another coin came into your midst.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 40):

Morteft says, "Ah, perhaps it was a programmed illusion to distract us. Let us move forward."

He follow Shorty further into the maze.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 41):

Warwick clears his throat, nervously.  "Well, it certainly worked."

In reply to Warwick (msg # 42):

Tryst asks, "Ummm...do we know exactly how to get to our destination?  Or are we just wander around until we happen to find it?"

In reply to Trysk (msg # 43):

Morteft says, "I think we must wander. We can't really leave a trail forever and I suspect even if we do have enough junk to leave behind us, it will disappear. We will have to have faith that we will find what we are after."

'This place is a labyrinth and I'm sure not a very simple one.   On top of that, if we find a defeat a guardian and get a key, we only have a limited time to use it before we'll have to go find and defeat another one.    I would be prepared to spend a significant amount of time in these hallways.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 45):

Morteft nods. "I suspect you are correct."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 46):

You begin moving in the direction you were going before the backtrack.  The corridor goes another 30' and turns right.  You believe you have reached an intersection, able to go forward or right.  You would be more sure if the Iron Golem in the intersection was not blocking the path.  However it does not attack, instead a voice deep and grating issues forth.  "Answer me and you may continue"

'I can slumber for many years at a time, my face pointing toward the sky.  Those around me are at peace and do not pay me mind.  But when my belly rumbles they will now fear.  My roar will split the sky, and death sprouts forth from my mouth as I make for them a tomb.  When my work is done again I rest, I can slumber for many years at a time, my face pointing toward the sky.'

"What am I?"

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 47):

Trysk yawns telepathically, "It's a volcano."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 48):

Morteft says, "That sounds like a good fit, Trysk."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 49):

Trysk responds to the golem, "The answer is a volcano."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 50):

At Trysk's response the golem simply disappears.  You find yourself in the intersection, you can go straight ahead or turn right?

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 51):

"I hope all of them riddles are as easy," says Warwick from the back of the group.  "So, which way now?"

'Unless someone had an idea how to get a lead on the direction we need to go, I suggest we continue with a pattern of staying to the right.  It's probably a longer path, but less guessing.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 53):

Morteft nods at Aztar's suggestion. "I think it is a good plan. Let's keep to the right."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 54):

You make a right and start moving forward.

OOC: Before we go any further I should have asked for your order.  Let me know the order by row.  You can fit 2 in one row.

You have Shorty, Morteft, Aztar, Joe, Warwick, Trysk and the chest


--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 55):

Shorty will take point ogre

In reply to Shorty (msg # 56):

Warwick trails behind the rest, including the chest.

In reply to Warwick (msg # 57):

Trysk stays in the middle.

Aztar is fine being behind shorty, preferably with chest right behind him in case he needs stuff that is stored.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 59):

Morteft will follow Shorty and Aztar.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 60):

So I have Shorty followed by Aztar, then the chest, Joe and Morteft are the same row, followed by Trysk and then Warwick.  Aztar and the chest can be side by side.

You move forward for 20' then need to go left.  Ten more feet and then right, then 20' more and turn left.  Before you appears to be a long corridor.

Continue?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 61):

Shorty tosses on of his pebbles ahead before continuing
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OOC:  Glad that Warwick is at the back of the party.  Dwarf tossing is a favorite past time of ogres...

In reply to Shorty (msg # 62):

OOC:  Sometimes I really hate the iPads predictive algorithms.  So any volunteers to get tossed ahead?

In reply to Shorty (msg # 62):

The pebble bounces ahead about 30' and stops, nothing happens, it just sits there.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 65):

Shorty continues forward and scoops up his pebble as he goes.

In reply to Shorty (msg # 66):

All get in line behind Shorty as he moves forward to get his pebble.  The group passes into the long corridor and Shorty gets to within 10' of his pebble before Trysk stops and puts up his hand.  He has senses something.

further to come.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 67):

Trysk stops abruptly, there is concern on his face as he looks around on the floor.

DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 68):

"Trap?" asks Warwick as he hovers a little higher to see beyond Shorty.

Aztar stops cold in his tracks and waits silently for further information about what Trysk sees.....

In reply to Aztar (msg # 70):

Shorty backs up a bit at the word trap

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 68):

OOC - Sorry, didn't see this.

BIC - What did Trysk notice?

In reply to Trysk (msg # 72):

OOC: It was put in a private post

--DM2

In reply to Shorty (msg # 71)

Trysk tells everyone thru telepathy, *No one move.  We've triggered some sort of plate in the floor.  The fact that no trap has gone off, yet, after may mean it's counting.  Let me see if I can figure anything else out about it.*

Trysk tries to determine the size of the plate and who else has stepped on it.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 74):

Through your examination, you can tell that the whole 10x10 plate is part of the trigger; so you feel everyone in front of you stepped on it including yourself.  You feel there is a second part of the trap but you cannot determine where it is.  If you can find the other trigger you could disarm it.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 75):

Trysk asks, *Aztar and Shorty, look for another plate or tripwire on the floor.*

Trysk looks at the ceiling for potential triggers.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 76):

Shorty looks carefully but touches nothing

In reply to Shorty (msg # 77):

Warwick continues to hover above the floor behind them.  He attempts to send a telepathic message back to the rest of the group.  *Can I be of any assistance?*

In reply to Warwick (msg # 78):

Morteft will scan ahead of the group with detect magic to see if the second trigger is magical in nature.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 79):

Morteft gets an eyeful of magical aura everywhere, very strong.  There does not seem to be any difference in any direction.  It is even difficult to make out the magical items of your companions, the area is so awash with aura.

--DM2

In reply to Warwick (msg # 78):

Trysk responds, *Not sure what you can do from back there, but I suspect the second trigger is probably in front of us still.*

Aztar looks around and tries to see if he can pinpoint anything odd, but spotting things had never been his speciality.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 82):

Trysk comments, *Of course, it could be that as long as there is weight on the plate, it doesn't go off.  May I suggest that you retreat from this area while I keep weight on this plate.*

In reply to Trysk (msg # 83):

Shorty carefully moves way forward from the spot

In reply to Shorty (msg # 84):

OOC: Do you mean forward, away from the rest of the group or forward back toward the group?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 85):

Morteft will move forward with Shorty.

'If Trysk thinks there is a second plate, I'd be careful moving down the hallway.  We might be better pulling back and letting him check out the rest of the hallway.'

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 85):

Further up the hall.  Shorty is getting some distance from the trap

In reply to Shorty (msg # 88):

Trysk curses, *We should have brought a golem with us.  Shorty, please don't go any further until we figure out the trap we're dealing with.*

Trysk looks to see if Aztar or Shorty are standing on plates, too.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 89):

Shorty takes one step before Trysk calls for him to stop, he has not moved of the 10' square he is on but one more step will put him in a new square.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 90):

Trysk examines the 10' square that Aztar is standing on without leaving his own 10' square.  Does it look like Aztar is standing on a plate, too?

In reply to Trysk (msg # 91):

No, Aztar's square does not appear to be a trigger.

--DM2

In reply to Trysk (msg # 91):

Shorty looks confused.  Move ....stop.....what?

In reply to Shorty (msg # 93):

Warwick notices Shorty's confusion.  "Just stay where you are, Shorty.  Trysk is still trying to figure out the trap."

In reply to Warwick (msg # 94):

Trysk says to Warwick, *I need you to stand on this plate while I search for the other trap trigger ahead.*

In reply to Trysk (msg # 95):

Warwick floats over to the square.  *Do ye need me to land at the same time ye leave?*

In reply to Warwick (msg # 96):

Trysk nods, *You step on and I'll step off the plate.*

Trysk then heads up toward Shorty to look for a secondary trap trigger.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 97):

Warwick comes down and lands on the plate with Trysk.  Trysk then moves on ahead to where Shorty is and begins to look around.  He is pretty sure that the next trigger is not on any of the plates that Shorty has stepped on yet.  However, he is not to sure about the next plate just beyond.
  Trysk is not able to discover the second trigger but his intuition tells him there is one just beyond.  If the second trigger can be found he can disarm the trap.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 98):

Trysk shape changes into a hummingbird and flitters forward to the front edge of Shorty's plate and starts examining the next plate.
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Aztar raises and eyebrow and looks curiously at Tyrsk as he changes into a hummingbird.  He was obviously intrigued by the man's abilities.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 99):

Trysk flitters about as a hummingbird around the plate in front of Shorty.  After about a minute he determines that this must be the other trigger; however the disarm point is on the middle edge of the plate, at the wall.  Too far to reach from Shorty's plate.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 101):

OOC - Ron, not sure if you saw my earlier message to you, but does Trysk think Shorty can reach the disarm point?  Also, is it a simple lever or switch?  Or is it complicated to disarm the trap?

In reply to Trysk (msg # 102):

OOC: No, sorry seem to have missed it.

Shorty would not be able to lean over an reach it, he is long enough where he could hold something over it.

It is a somewhat complex mechanism, not a simple lever or switch.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 103):

Trysk reverts back to his dark elven form on the same plate as Shorty.  He asks Shorty, "Can you hold me over by that wall without stepping on the next plate?  That way I can disarm the trap without setting it off."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 104):

Shorty looks down at the small dark elf and smiles. "Bees easy.  Ken  do all day longs."

In reply to Shorty (msg # 105):

Trysk nods and pulls out his tools, "OK, I'm ready when you are.  Just don't crush me!"

In reply to Trysk (msg # 106):

Shorty places a hand on the wall  for support, grabs the dark elf by his belt and lifts him out over the ground ahead

In reply to Shorty (msg # 107):

Shorty dangles Trysk over the area he indicated.  Trysk finds the mechanism, it is under a small panel.  There are 3 wires and large metal rod.  He sees that cutting 2 of the wires will interrupt the second trigger.  He does so and hears a satisfying click, the trap is locked, it will not trigger now.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 108):

Trysk grins and says telepathically, *Ok, Shorty, you can put me down.  Everyone, it's safe to move on now.*

In reply to Trysk (msg # 109):

Shorty begins walking forward with Trysk held out before him.   "Maybe find more trap dis way."

Aztar chuckles as shorty starts walking with Trysk.  'It seems like a good idea to keep Trysk towards the front.  If we run into trouble, you can feel free to quickly retreat back, or if sat anytime it seems likely that we'll encounter a fight.  But, I think this place is more about misdirection, puzzles and traps.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 111):

Trysk sighs, "Ummm...it's ok, Shorty, I think it would be better for me to walk on my own."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 112):

Shorty shrugs and returns him to the ground

In reply to Shorty (msg # 113):

"Thanks, Shorty."

Trysk takes point, looking for traps and heading in the direction indicated by Aztar.

He will move back to the middle of the party should combat arise.
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In reply to Trysk (msg # 114):

Trysk starts to move ahead but it is evident after 15' that the hallway ends in another 15 or so feet.  The other thing you notice is a sound coming from Aztar.  The device Dualis gave him to detect Teleport traps is sounding off.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 115):

Trysk looks to Aztar, "Ummmm...what now?  Can we bypass the teleport trap?"

Aztar shakes his head, 'No.  Unfortunately after talking with Dualis, it was felt that any attempt to block or alter the teleport area could have dire circumstances.   If you can't see anyway to disable or bypass it, then we'll have to take an alternate route.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 117):

Trysk asks, "Well, how far can I move forward before tripping the teleport trap?"

In reply to Trysk (msg # 118):

Morteft says, "Maybe the teleporter would take us somewhere useful or closer to our goal?"

From what little we wear able to discern about this place, the teleporters will send each person to different parts of the labyrinth, completely splitting us up.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 120):

Morteft nods. "In that case, let's look for secret doors and then backtrack if we find none."

He will search for secret doors.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 121):

Shorty looks around then suggests "every bodies gets in chest.  Shorty carry chest.  Den all goes get her."

In reply to Shorty (msg # 122):

If a chest can have an expression, this one does not look to happy about Shorty's idea, all of it's little feet disappear and it lid seems to close tighter.

--DM2

In reply to Morteft (msg # 121):

Morteft looks around but does not see much more than the walls.

OOC: he is human after all.

--DM2

'I don't believe teleporting will get us sny closer to our goal but will get us completely disoriented and unable to back out of this place if we so desire.  Seeing if there are any hidden doors seems like a good idea, but the I suggest back tracking.'

Aztar let's sevyone know its the last 10 feet of the hall and cautions Trysk to not walk much further down the hall.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 125):

Trysk will also start looking for secret doors without getting closer to the teleport trap.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 126):

After looking for a few minutes Trysk determines there are no secret doors; but gets a slight headache as the walls/floor/ceiling have a disorienting affect when observing them closely.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 127):

Trysk holds his head, "Aye, Warwick.  Tell me what you see when you look at the floor, walls and ceiling.  Maybe your dwarves eyes can make better sense of this place."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 128):

"Did it give ye a headache, Trysk?" asks Warwick, knowingly.  "I'll give it another try."  He focuses on the floor, ceiling and then the walls.

In reply to Warwick (msg # 129):

Warwick's head is starting to get a little achy too.  Given everything is so uniform, you have to concentrate very hard; more so than you even realize.  Warwick cannot even use his dwarven senses to detect.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 130):

Trysk sighs, "Shorty, do you still have a marble that I can use?"
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In reply to Trysk (msg # 131):

As Trysk waits for Shorty to produce a marble, you notice an object come around the corner.  It is a rather large object and metallic looking, bipedal.  A bit larger than your average Iron golem you would estimate.

It is 30' away from the back of the group, Warwick, which could be considered the front now.  It moves toward you somewhat faster than you would expect.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 132):

Warwick gets nervous.  "Ah, folks...  We got something coming our way from behind.  And moving very fast."

Aztar quickly moves backwards, heading towards the golem trying to keep as much distance between the group and the teleport trap assuming that the golem might try to force the group through the portal.  He grips the golem bane staff in both hands as he meets it head on, hoping that it has a riddle or some other way to bypass it.  He does not attack, but meets it as far down the hall as possible.

Ooc:  the first trap we ran into has been deactivated, right?  Not just bypassed for our crossing....?

In reply to Aztar (msg # 134):

Shorty drops the small gem he was fumbling from his marble bag  (OOC sorry did not realize you asked Shorty).  Shorty grabs cracker in one hand and his black sword in the other and moves to block the danger from the group.

In reply to Shorty (msg # 135):

Trysk stays near the rear of the party (relative to the golem) and picks up the gem dropped by Shorty.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 134):

OOC - It was my understanding that it was deactivated.

In reply to Warwick (msg # 133):

Isn't it awfully strange that someone would set up a floor trap, a teleport trap and a golem all in the same area?  A bit overkill, wouldn't you say?"

In reply to Trysk (msg # 138):

It just means we are getting close to something interesting.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 137):

Correct, deactivated.

--DM2

In reply to Trysk (msg # 138):

The golem does not appear to be slowing down as Aztar moves forward getting just beyond Warwick before meeting the golem.  Shorty has to move thru more traffic almost knocking people over as he lumbers past, he will make it to the battle later in the round.

Joe stands his ground not sure what to do, the chest is still.

Current rank, nearest to golem, is Aztar then Warwick, Morteft, Joe, chest - Shorty jumping over it, Trysk.

-Moves for Warwick or Morteft?

--DM2
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In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 141):

Warwick draws his axe and moves to float next to Aztar.  "Let's see if we can reason with it, lad, before we do anything we might later regret."

'I don't want to fight it, but I don't want it forcing anyone through the teleport portal either.  Everything we're encountering confirms my suspicion that we aren't prepared for this place.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 143):

As the golem moves in, at about 10' away, a cone of light emanates from its head, engulfing all in the process.

OOC: Everyone make a save against paralyzation.

The golem continues forward.

Attacks may commence after saves are done.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 144):

Shorty saves with a 19

In reply to Shorty (msg # 145):

Trysk rolled an 8.  Trysk gets a +2 bonus vs. magical effects, so that's a 10.  I believe he does not make his save.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 146):

Morteft failed with a 2.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 147):

Warwick makes his save with a 15.  "Right, then, not going to be friendly," he says as he activates the enhanced strength in his battle axe and the fire in his gauntlets.  He strikes out at the golem.

Aztar sighs a deep sigh, never relishing combat.  He closes his eyes for a brief moment and when they reopen the green in his eyes almost flares as he draws from his internal strength to attack the golem.

OOC:  Aztar will full attack the golem with the golem bane staff

In reply to Warwick (msg # 148):

Shorty carefully moves forward trying to get behind Warwick who can always go up

In reply to Trysk (msg # 146):

Actually, Trysk makes his save if his amulet acts as a ring +1 of protection.

Trysk grabs the rat from his box and sends telepathically to the others, "Can you handle the big guy or should I create a rust monster?"

In reply to Trysk (msg # 151):

Both Warwick and Aztar attack.  Aztar strikes hard and fast with the staff.  The staff seems to be very effective as the golem takes some heavy damage.  Warwick swings once but his blow glances off the golems arm.

The close up look allows Warwick to tell that the golem is made of mithril.

The golem swings and connects with Warwick, knocking him to the ground and doing 33 pts of damage.

Shorty lumbers up and is able to swing with The Cracker.  He hits with The Cracker, biting into the metal doing some good damage.

The golem prepares to strike again.

Actions?

Morteft is paralyzed, but safe for now behind the combatants. Joe has not moved, just staring at the golem.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 152):

Trysk asks the others telepathically, *Rust monster isn't going to work.  What damages the damn golem besides hitting it with magic weapons?*

In reply to Trysk (msg # 153):

Shorty growls angrily as he watches Warwick hit the stones and replies, "A Shorty hurts it."  Shorty then goes after the golem with a vengeance swinging twice with each weapon.  He lashes out first with Cracker <<14 hits AC -8 for 42 points>>  The black sword slices in next <<7 hits AC -7 for 26 points - +3 weapon>>.  Cracker swings again <<19 hits AC -13 for 26 points>>.  Shorty ends his flurry with a stab by the black sword <<17 hits AC -17 for 27 points>>

<<OOC: Damage assumes large creature type>>

In reply to Shorty (msg # 154):

Warwick bounces up off the ground, and flies above, trying to get behind the golem.  *Mithril golem.  Did we discuss their weaknesses?* asks Warwick telepathically.  *Still, me axe should've damaged it.*

In reply to Warwick (msg # 155):

Trysk replies, *Perhaps get the golem into the teleport trap?*
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In reply to Trysk (msg # 156):

Aztar, Shorty and Warwick continue their assault on the golem.  The golem is fast for an animated piece of metal.  Both Aztar and Shorty get in strikes with their special weapons prior to the golems attack.  The Cracker making a thundering Crack as it hits. Despite heavy damage the golem can continue; this time striking Shorty for 34 points.  The heavy blow stuns Shorty momentarily.  Warwick follows with a strike of his own, this time a solid hit.  Aztar follows with another strike, this one has a strange sound however as if hitting a wall that is not so solid.  The golem goes stiff for a moment and then crumbles.

All is quiet in the maze.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 157):

Trysk sifts through the remains to see if there are any viable pieces of mithral to collect.

He comments, "Well, that was anti-climatic."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 158):

Warwick lands back on the ground.  "Well, that was a bit tougher than I expected.  Aztar, shall we use potions to heal or do ye want me to use me spells?"

Aztar stands over the golem for a few seconds, closing his eyes and breathing deeply to regain his composure before turning to Warwick, 'Use the potions.  Better to keep spells for the end or at least if we get low.'

Aztar kneels down and also sifts though the remains looking for something that might be a key.  'We were wold we'd have to defeat a golem to get a key but that its only be good for an hour.  But, we also don't know which golem has the key, so just checking this one.'

After his search, he stands and suddenly realizes what Warwick said,'You thought that would be easier?  We defeated a mithril golem in less than 10 blows.  Between your axe, Shorty's weapons and this staff, I thought that went extremely well.  I just hope we can all resist the paralysis.'

Aztar the turns to look down the hall to see how many of the team did get paralyzed and hope it weds off quickly.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 160):

Shorty shakes himself out of his fog muttering.  "Wakes.  Canna be gets fuzzy fer such little slapping".   Shorty looks sadly at his non functional glove and then tosses his white marble into the air over his head.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 160):

Warwick heads over to the chest and pulls out a few bottles of extra healing and hands two to Shorty, downing the contents of one of them, himself.

"Aye, I hadn't expected it to move as quickly as it did.  And I thought me axe wouldn't have any problem penetrating it."

In reply to Aztar (msg # 160):

Unfortunately there is no key in the remains of the golem.  The pieces also seem to be worthless as far as mithril, the magic to create the construct must also consume the properties once it is destroyed.

Warwick gets 17 back and Shorty gets 16 back from the potions.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 163):

Warwick grabs more potions for both him and Shorty.  "We need to get back to full strength," he says as a way of an explanation.

In reply to Warwick (msg # 164):

Shorty points at his wounds which seem to be mending on their own now.  "Bees little ouch now.  Me gets hurts more practacin.  Marble fix afore figures out trap thingie."  Shorty looks up at his marble as it goes around his head.  "Ifn glove not broke be all better now."

In reply to Shorty (msg # 165):

Warwick shrugs, puts back a few bottles and then drinks the rest.

In reply to Warwick (msg # 166):

Warwick gets back another 17.

Still quiet, actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 167):

Trysk asks, "Do we teleport or backtrack?"

'If we teleport, we will each likely end up somewhere alone.  I find it unwise to know that there is a trap and walk into it.  If there is no way around it, I suggest backtracking.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 169):

Trysk comments, "I meant using Shorty's suggestion of us getting inside the chest and him carrying it."

'I don't  believe chest was willing to attempt such a feat and even if we could, I would still rather follow a path that can be retraced to lead us out should we decide we need to retreat for a time.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 171):

After Aztar's comment the chest again 'sits' down and closes tight.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 172):

Shorty looks at the chest and shakes his finger. "Should bees shamed.  You posted to helps.  Be only fer minute an me no drops you."

Aztar simply sighs, turns around and heads back to the last intersection and waits to see if everyone else follows.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 174):

Trysk follows Aztar back to the intersection.

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 172):

Oh long till Morteft can move again?

In reply to Morteft (msg # 176):

Shorty scoops him up and follows along

In reply to Shorty (msg # 177):

Morteft begins to move again.

You get back to the last intersection and you have one way to go, unless you go all the way back.  A quick look shows that you will go another 10' to another intersection.  Your choices are left or right, perpendicular to your current direction.

Words appear in the air before the far wall.

    The way forward is to fall behind
    You fall back but gain in time

They fade away.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 178):

Warwick sighs in disgust.  "Bah.  Can't ye just speak plainly?"

In reply to Warwick (msg # 179):

Shorty looks confused and goes to where the funny squiggles appeared

In reply to Shorty (msg # 180):

Morteft says, "Maybe it is a literal riddle. Let me try." He will fall back into the wall.

AztR nods, 'I was pondering the same thing Mortteft,,but I'm concerned where it might lead.  These traps and riddles seem determined to get us lost whereas I'm determined to maintain my bearings and understand where I'm at in relation to where we came in.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 182):

Morteft says, "I don't mind being lost for a while. If you aren't lost, you can't be found I always say."

In reply to Shorty (msg # 180):

Shorty goes over to the spot where the letters hung in there air.  He does not smell anything different or pick up anything at all.

--DM2

In reply to Morteft (msg # 181):

Morteft just hits the wall with his back, nothing else happens.

--DM2

Aztar seems to be lost in thought pondering the riddle.

OOC:  busy week and really am not sure what to think of the riddle.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 186):

OOC - Sorry, on vacation right now.  Will respond shortly.

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 178):

Trysk scratches his head, "I think the answer is daylight savings.  Dint we gain an hour in the autumnwhen we do this?"

In reply to Trysk (msg # 188):

OOC - Has anyone actually mapped our movements?

In reply to Trysk (msg # 189):

Not me! :) Morteft is fine with just wandering around.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 190):

Trysk sighs, "Well, if it's supposed to be more literal, then I would expect that it's saying this is the wrong way.  That we'll fall behind and lose time by moving forward.  So, we either continue to wait here for something to happen or we backtrack and find a different corridor to take.  Thoughts?"

OOC:  sorry... Hadn't had time to really think about it and plus I suck at riddles!

Aztar nods, 'That does see to be the most obvious meaning, but just surprised that the maze offers hints.   But, I  agree.  Let's head back to the last place we had a choice and select the next cooridor based on the pattern I'm trying to follow.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 192):

Shorty looks confused.  "But squiggly thingie say goes back when already goin back.  So maybe go backs to magic thing you not wants use?"

Aztar ponders Shorty's words, 'Even if the teleport happens to be one way to get there, I adamantly refuse to use it.  We were warned that there are teleport traps in this place which is why I made the device to detect them.  I have rarely seen a trap that would yield a positive result towards the goal I seek.  So, if we have to backtrack further to be able to continue, then that's what I feel we should do.  Or  disregard the warning as I still find it odd that the maze would assist us.'

'Should we possibly use an divination to try and determine if we should follow the riddles advise?'

OOC:  I thought we'd made a few turns since the teleport but went back and re-read it and realized the word only appeared at the first place we had a choice.
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In reply to Aztar (msg # 194):

OOC: I will take you back to the last intersection prior to the section you are now in.  Which gets you back almost to the beginning.

At which point you have 3 choices.
Go back to the beginning and go the other way.  Go straight or go straight and make a quick right.  The last option looks to parallel you previous path as far as you can tell.  No golems in sight at the moment.  Your little stone 'crumbs' appear to be intact.

--DM2

Aztar seems very relived that the stones are there and as the group backtracks, he stops to make a series of small marks on each stone, leaving them where they were.

'Unless someone has an idea of what the best path is, then I suggest we continue with my pattern.  Do we want to try any divinations and see if they help narrow down a direction?'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 196):

Morteft says, "Let's continue according to your plan."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 197):

OOC: Sorry, misplaced my map

Following your previous convention you go to the far right passage which you believe parallels where you came back from.  After about 20' you make a left turn.  You go another 40' at which is another intersection, a right passage or continue straight.

The convention would say be to go right.  It looks like the right passage goes on for possibly another 30' while the current one probably another 20' at least.

You all begin to hear a noise, you believe coming from the right passage.  It sounds like a thud, followed by another shortly after, followed by a third.  They are fairly rhythmic.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 198):

Trysk sighs, "Sounds like footsteps...big footsteps..."

'Until we have this mapped out and know where the vault doors are, I suggest trying to avoid the golems and other guardians as there's not much poi to fighting til we're ready for the key.'

'Shall we pull back and see if it goes a different direction?  If everyone else wants a fight, then I shall aide I that endeavor, I'm just sharing my opinions.'

In reply to Trysk (msg # 199):

Shorty pauses to listen again to see if he can tell if the sound is moving or stays in one place

In reply to Shorty (msg # 201):

Another 'thud' is heard, it may be getting closer.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 202):

Morteft says, "It sounds very big. I say we go ahead and take it out. I expect we will have to face it eventually. Let's do it while we are stronger. If it is too tough, we can flee."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 203):

Shorty moves to point with cracker and his trusty black blade

In reply to Shorty (msg # 204):

Trysk moves to the rear of the party.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 205):

Warwick floats to the front of the group, next to Shorty and draws his trusty ax.

Aztar looks to the group wondering if they remember the info we learned about the labyrinth, 'you do recall that this place will continually regenerate guardians and only one of them will have the key we need.'

'But, very we'll.  we'll fight this one and hope it doesn't have the key since we aren't ready for it yet.'

Aztar  stands a step behind Warwick, 'if it is a golem, float up so that we can all three engage.  This staff seemed to be a very useful item against golems.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 207):

Morteft says, "Remind me, why aren't we ready for the key yet?"

In reply to Aztar (msg # 207):

"Aye," says Warwick as he floats higher up.  "Ye were more effective against that last golem than I was."

'The key will only exist for an hour once we defeat the proper golem.  So, if we don't know where the door is, getting the key one will most likely result in us needing to fight more golems later to re find the key.'

Looking up at Warwick, 'I'm not certain everything in here is a golem, so if whatever this is isn't a golem, then I won't be of much help as the staff is specifically powered against golems'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 210):

"If that be the case, I'll drop and fight from the floor."

In reply to Warwick (msg # 211):

You all hear another thud, it definitely seems closer.

Actions?

--DM2

'Whatever it is, it's certainly sounds quite large and slow.  I'm guessing each golem must have unique properties which could present interesting challenges.'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 213):

Morteft says, "Yes. Let me check."

He casts wizard eye and sends it forward to see what the creature looks like.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 214):

The wizard eye goes forth and disappears around the corner ...

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 215):

Morteft says, "We should flee. It is the largest golem I have ever seen and it seems to be able to flash anti-magic. My concern is if it is using disjunction."

In reply to Morteft (msg # 216):

"And where do we flee, lad?" asks Warwick.

In reply to Warwick (msg # 217):

"Oh, any direction, I suppose."

OOC: Is there a way to go, Ron?

In reply to Morteft (msg # 218):

You can go back to the other two options, all the way back to the beginning continuing that way or the other corridor just before it.

If you continue your go right first, it would be the corridor just before the one that goes back to the beginning.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 219):

"Let's go my friends, Aztar is correct."

Morteft heads back to the nearest corridor we haven't been done and goes down it.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 220):

Warwick follows at the rear of the group.

Aztar stands silently as Morteft. Investigates the hallway and advises pulling back.  He watches the others to see their reaction and the quietly follows the wizard as he withdrawls from the hall.

He makes mental notes, picks up the stone at the corner to make a small mark on it and then continues.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 222):

You start moving back away from the approaching golem to take a new path.  The new corridor is to your right as you retreat.  You move on for about 20 feet and then turn left.  You go about another 40' to the next intersection where you can go straight or left.  There is also a door just beyond the intersection, straight ahead!

No sound of an approaching golem can be heard.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 223):

"I think the danger is gone for now," says Warwick from the back of the pack.

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 223):

Trysk approaches the door warily and checks for traps.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 225):

The door is made of solid adamantium.  There is a lock on the door; but it is an intricate lock.  It appears the lock is more of a puzzle than a lock.  You examine more closely, the lock actually spins, rotates in any direction and is circular.  To open the lock you need to work the puzzle to remove pieces.  However, you also discover a trap, which is related to what you believe is the first part of the puzzle to be removed.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 226):

Trysk examines the trap.

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 226):

Shorty looks at the door and rubs his shoulder.  "Heby door.  Dat gonna hurt fin has ta smash."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 227):

The trap is fairly simple, however the mechanism is extremely delicate.  There appear to be little tabs holding the piece in.  Just beneath 1 of the 4 is a very thin wire, which will probably break as the piece is removed. The wire appears to run into the door; however you cannot see any mechanical mechanism.  Perhaps magical trap in nature triggered by the breaking wire?

There will be a -10% chance to disarm based on the delicateness needed.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 229):

Trysk looks to the others and snorts, "You think we could get that golem to walk by here and set off the trap?"

Sighing, Trysk continues, "The trap looks difficult and I have no idea what happens when the wire is tripped.  Maybe you guys should back up..."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 230):

Morteft says, "Do you want us to hold onto some of your items so that they are destroyed if you get covered in acid or something?"

In reply to Trysk (msg # 230):

No one seems to step back.  Trysk goes forth with his work.  He takes his time with the delicate workings.  Several minutes go by and Trysk hesitates a few times, but after 5 minutes he is able to remove the first piece of the puzzle with the wire remaining intact.  The next piece can be rotated into place so it can be removed.

Besides some breathing, no other noises are heard.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 232):

Morteft will go ahead and move back about 30 feet.

Aztar, although not a rogue, has always been fascinated by locks and stand silently  near Trysk and watches curiously seeing if there might be anything he can do toe help.  As the first piece is removed, the alchemist takes a deep breath realizing he'd hardly been breathing while watching.

'Is the first piece the most dangerous?'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 234):

Shorty just watches and mutters, "fingers to big play wid little toys."

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 232):

Trysk takes a moment to re-focus and examine which way the piece needs to be rotated.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 234):

Trysk shakes his head, "Not necessarily.  I've seen traps where the first trigger is so easy that it lulls you into complacency."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 237):

Warwick continues to float at the back of the party, facing towards the empty corridor.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 237):

Trysk looks at the mechanism.  Appears the next rotations need to be half on the horizontal axis and half on the vertical.  By the positioning it looks like the second piece will be harder.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 239):

Trysk sighs, "Anyone have an anti-magic shell handy?  This one is going to be tricky..."

Trysk begins to figure out the best way to rotate the piece into position.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 240):

Morteft comes up and says, "I don't have an anti-magic shell, but I might be able to help. What will you do next?"

He concentrates for a few moments.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 240):

Trysk determines the best path to do the rotations.  He does so without triggering anything.  The second piece is now in a position that it can be removed; but this is where it gets tricky.  There are two clips holding the piece in but they are also spring loaded, if the tension on the spring clip is released too quickly it will probably set off the trap.

Continue disarming the trap?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 242):

Morteft nods. "Trysk, you have this." He stands next to Trysk as he works the trap.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 243):

Trysk nods and resumes disarming the trap.

-Trysk

In reply to Morteft (msg # 241):

OOC - Sorry, missed this post.

BIC - Trysk responds, "I just need to rotate this piece into place without releasing the tension on the springs too quickly."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 245):

The piece moves into place and can now be removed by releasing the tension on the 2 clips.  This is the tricky part.

Continue?

-DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 246):

Tryst takes another breath, "Here goes nothing."

Tryst then attempts to slowly release the tension on the springs slowly and equally.

In reply to Trysk (msg # 247):

Trysk begins working on the second piece.  It seems like hours as he works the piece out from the clips.  A little slip causes one side to pop out before he was expecting it, he freezes and holds his breath and is able to maintain enough pressure to stop the other side from popping out and setting off the trap.  After a few seconds he continues and is able to remove the second piece.

One more piece to go and it is 180 degrees from the front, almost fully concealed.

Everyone relaxes a bit briefly and then you begin to notice a noise, sort of wood on wood as if someone was quickly opening and closing a door.

Actions?

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 248):

Warwick rotates in place, trying to discern from where the noise is coming.

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 248):

Shorty moves away from watching the lock and moves into a positin to shield the lock picker from harm

In reply to Shorty (msg # 250):

Morteft waits for something else to happen.

Aztar also tries to discern the direction of the noise and checks with Silver to see if he is able to determine anything about it.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 252):

When you all turn yuo can see that the trunk is making the noise as it opens and closes its lid, almost like talking but no sound, other than the banging issues forth.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 253):

Morteft reads a scroll.

OOC: Has tongues on it.

"It may not help, but if it is a language, I should be able to communicate with it."
he says.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 254):

Shorty walks over to the trunk and looks at it. "What need?  Trunk know danger?  Trunk gots somefinnta helps?"

Shorty attempts to raise the lid and look inside.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 254):

Morteft hears the trunk say, "Don't know, they playing with the door."

--DM2

In reply to Shorty (msg # 255):

As Shorty attempts this the trunk does a quick snap at Shorty and Shorty pulls back quick.  The trunk "crouches" low with little quick chomps.

Morteft hears: "Only master opens my mouth."

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 257):

Morteft frowns. "Who is the master of the trunk?" He asks the group.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 258):

"I believe it is the one called Aztar."  a voice low and slow responds to Mortefts question.

You all turn toward the sound of the voice, it is coming from above and just behind.  You then notice the shape, almost blending into the wall.  It is large and white, it appears to be a stone golem, made of the whitest marble.

"I was wondering why you are waiting around here for others golems to come.  Chest says you are playing with a door."  every word being drawn out

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 259):

Tryst looks at the golem, "Ummm...who are you?"

In reply to Trysk (msg # 260):

Stone figure: "My name is RockJaw, Dualis sent me to help you get around."  the golem says slowly.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 261):

"That was nice of him.  Can ye get us through the door?"

In reply to Warwick (msg # 262):

Trysk adds, "Or ask Chest if we shouldn't play with the door."

In reply to Warwick (msg # 262):

Shorty looks at the golem and huffs.  "Me ken breaks door.  Don't need dullis help,  but den door goes boom n friends gets hurt."

In reply to Warwick (msg # 262):

The golem regards Warwick "Do you want to go into the trap?" says the golem in reply to Warwicks question

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 265):

"We thought we wanted to get past the door and thus Trysk was trying to disarm the trap.  Are we going the wrong way?" responds Warwick.

In reply to Warwick (msg # 266):

"The door goes no where, just a room with treasure but also a trap.  Keep going that way." he points the way you were going when you reached the door.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 267):

Warwick looks the way the golem is pointing.  "Trysk, can ye abandon the trap?  We really don't need treasure."

Aztar nods in agreement, 'I had wondered about the door since it didn't fit with the rest of the maze and what little we'd been able to learn.  Makes more sense that it's just something. To distract people with.'

Aztar turns to the golem, 'It's nice to meet you RockJaw.  I'm glad Dualis was able to get you to us.  Are you able to fully navigate the maze, or just be aware of what is right and wrong in here?'

In reply to Aztar (msg # 269):

"I get a feeling of where to go or what is around." say RockJaw

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 270):

Trysk address RockJaw, "Can you tell if there are magical items behind this door?  I don't think that precious metals or gems will be useful, but there may be some item in there that we could use."

In reply to Trysk (msg # 271):

"There are only gold and platinum coins."  RockJaw says slowly.

--DM2

In reply to Ron, The DM (msg # 272):

"Let's move on."

Aztar nods in agreement.  'Even if there were magic items, we couldn't come up with much more we needed before we came or else we would have made the items.  Since it's just wealth, there's no reason to risk the door.'

Aztar slowly begins to move down the hall, seeing if everyone follows.

In reply to Aztar (msg # 274):

Shorty moves back to the front looking to see if the thief wants to lead

In reply to Shorty (msg # 275):

Morteft shrugs and follows.

In reply to Morteft (msg # 276):

Trysk shrugs and takes point, "I guess back the way we came?"